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The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz

Showing times and prices for Dec 22

Cheapest price

$17

Average price

$28

Fastest journey

20 m

Average duration

20 m

Trains per day

26

Distance

34 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Düsseldorf Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.

Fast trains

Of the 26 trains that leave Düsseldorf Hbf for Cologne Messe/Deutz on Mon, Dec 22, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 34 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .

On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Deutsche BahnICE 619 · 89738
11:27PM0h33
Düsseldorf Hbf
12:00AMCologne Messe/Deutz
$171One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 209 · 25448
12:27AM0h41
Düsseldorf Hbf
01:08AMCologne Messe/Deutz
$171One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 2207 · 10931
07:47PM0h37
Düsseldorf Hbf
08:24PMCologne Messe/Deutz
$171One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 921 · S19
02:39AM0h34
Düsseldorf Hbf
03:13AMCologne Messe/Deutz
$171One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 621
09:22AM0h20
Düsseldorf Hbf
09:42AMCologne Messe/Deutz
$281One-way
0 transfers

Düsseldorf Hbf - Cologne Messe/DeutzCompare Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, National Express, Eurostar

deutsche_bahn
$9
18m
3 a day
Power plugs
Wifi
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
flixbus_flixtrain
$16
1h 3m
3 a day
Power plugs
Wifi
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Seat reservation included in ticket price
national_express
$19
56m
9 a day
Power plugs
Wifi
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Seat reservation
eurostar-direct
$77
1h 24m
1 a day
Power plugs
Wifi
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included in standard ticket
Included in ticket price for all classes

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Compare train and bus for Düsseldorf Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €7.

Distance: 21 miles (34 km)

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Live departures

Düsseldorf Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz train times

The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 9:35 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
deutsche_bahnICE 542 · S12
Delayed
10:24 PM 10:12 PMDüsseldorf Hbf
0h51
11:03 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 619 · 89738
Delayed
10:28 PM 10:27 PMDüsseldorf Hbf
0h33
11:00 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 transfer
Monday, December 22
deutsche_bahnICE 921 · S191:39 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
0h34
2:13 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 913
On time
6:06 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
0h21
6:27 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 527
On time
6:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
0h20
6:42 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 529
On time
7:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
0h20
7:42 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 915
On time
8:06 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
0h21
8:27 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 621
On time
8:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
0h20
8:42 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 219
On time
8:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
0h21
8:53 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnIC 2007 · 10911
On time
8:47 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
0h37
9:24 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 1548 · S6
On time
10:44 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
0h35
11:19 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnIC 1149 · 10915
On time
10:48 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
0h36
11:24 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 627
On time
11:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
0h20
11:42 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 519 · S19
On time
12:24 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
0h39
1:03 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnIC 5106 · 17420
On time
12:45 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
0h38
1:23 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnIC 1141 · 10919
On time
12:48 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
0h36
1:24 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnIC 1144 · 10923
On time
2:48 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
0h36
3:24 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 725
On time
3:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
0h20
3:42 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnIC 2205 · 10927
On time
4:47 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
0h37
5:24 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 729
On time
5:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
0h20
5:42 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 203 · S6
On time
5:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
0h32
5:59 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 2207 · 10931
On time
6:47 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
0h37
7:24 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 823
On time
7:09 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
0h22
7:31 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 205 · 89732
On time
7:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
0h33
8:00 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 617 · 89734
On time
8:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
0h32
8:59 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 844 · S19
On time
9:08 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
0h35
9:43 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 transfer

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz

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Trains from Düsseldorf Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz run on average 2 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:57, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 21 miles (34 km) distance in 18m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $4 (€3)
Distance
21 miles (34 km)
Average train duration
23m
Cheapest ticket price
$9 (€7)
Trains per day
2
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
18m
First train
02:57
Last train
22:15
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $4 (€3)

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, National Express, Eurostar from Düsseldorf Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, National Express, Eurostar trains will get you between Düsseldorf Hbf and Cologne Messe/Deutz from $4 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
18m
Cheapest Price
$9 (€7)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone

FlixTrain

About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 3m
Cheapest Price
$16 (€13)
FlixTrain frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

Eurostar

About
Eurostar is a high-speed international rail service connecting the UK with France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany, primarily via the Channel Tunnel. Since merging with Thalys in October 2023, Eurostar now operates an expanded network across Western Europe. Known for its city-center to city-center travel, Eurostar offers a convenient and environmentally friendly alternative to flying. Passengers can enjoy amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi and power sockets at every seat. Key destinations include London, Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, and Cologne, with seasonal services to other locations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 24m
Cheapest Price
$77 (€62)
Eurostar frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included in standard ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage areas at the end of carriages and overhead racks
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café-bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First-class passengers receive complimentary meals on some routes
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for all classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/disembarking available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed for a fee. Large dogs not permitted except guide dogs
Quiet zone

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
56m
Cheapest Price
$19 (€15)
National Express frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.

FAQs: Trains from Düsseldorf Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cologne Messe/Deutz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Yes, a day trip is feasible as the journey takes only 18m, covers a distance of 21 miles (34 km), and trains run 2 times per day.
Train ticket prices from Düsseldorf Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $9 (€7), while the average price is around $21 (€17).
The distance by train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz is 21 miles (34 km).
The cheapest way to get from Düsseldorf Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz is by bus, with a cost of around $4 (€3).
The first train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz leaves at 2:57 AM.
The train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz takes 18m and runs 2 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz.
The last train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz leaves at 10:15 PM.
Yes, there is a direct train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz. This service operates 1 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, National Express.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Düsseldorf Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz.

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Popular train stations from Düsseldorf Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz

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The major train station for departures in Düsseldorf is Düsseldorf Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Düsseldorf Hbf for your trip from Düsseldorf to Cologne.
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Ticket Office Hours
  • Monday: 07:00 - 21:00
  • Tuesday: 07:00 - 21:00
  • Wednesday: 07:00 - 21:00
  • Thursday: 07:00 - 21:00
  • Friday: 07:00 - 21:00
  • Saturday: 09:00 - 21:00
  • Sunday: 09:00 - 21:00
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Distance to city center
1 km
Dining
Dining
  • Zaxopondeiva Cafe
  • Lauren's Cafe
  • China Imbiss
  • Fu chu yuan
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  • Hotel Lindenhof
  • Hotel Batavia
  • Sir Astor
  • Lady Astor
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Monday: 07:00 - 21:00
  • Tuesday: 07:00 - 21:00
  • Wednesday: 07:00 - 21:00
  • Thursday: 07:00 - 21:00
  • Friday: 07:00 - 21:00
  • Saturday: 09:00 - 21:00
  • Sunday: 09:00 - 21:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Dining
Dining
  • Zaxopondeiva Cafe
  • Lauren's Cafe
  • China Imbiss
  • Fu chu yuan
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Lindenhof
  • Hotel Batavia
  • Sir Astor
  • Lady Astor

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